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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LC52 MFNMOT history

LC52 MFN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LC52 MFN blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,372 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 MFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 MFN was last recorded at 87,372 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,312 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
3,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,372 miles
  • 2025 – 84,888 miles
  • 2024 – 82,157 miles
  • 2023 – 78,578 miles
  • 2022 – 75,093 miles
  • 2021 – 73,104 miles
  • 2020 – 71,376 miles
  • 2019 – 68,539 miles
  • 2018 – 65,018 miles
  • 2017 – 61,258 miles
  • 2016 – 57,341 miles
  • 2015 – 53,588 miles
  • 2014 – 49,525 miles
  • 2013 – 45,589 miles
  • 2012 – 41,658 miles
  • 2011 – 36,812 miles
  • 2010 – 32,639 miles
  • 2009 – 28,252 miles
  • 2008 – 22,543 miles
  • 2007 – 18,202 miles
  • 2006 – 13,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,372 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,372 miles (+60)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,372 miles
    Test number
    885176696066
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail87,312 miles (+2,424)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,312 miles
    Test number
    952908290035
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass84,888 miles (+2,731)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    84,888 miles
    Test number
    253658972719
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass82,157 miles (+3,579)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,157 miles
    Test number
    205460395471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass78,578 miles (+3,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    78,578 miles
    Test number
    919815392362
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass75,093 miles (+1,989)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    75,093 miles
    Test number
    506680325773
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass73,104 miles (+1,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,104 miles
    Test number
    681855664865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass71,376 miles (+2,837)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,376 miles
    Test number
    125588420650
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources one (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass68,539 miles (+3,521)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,539 miles
    Test number
    388019981858
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass65,018 miles (+3,760)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,018 miles
    Test number
    599097081253
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,258 miles (+3,917)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,258 miles
    Test number
    517805652274
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some underside component

  12. Pass57,341 miles (+3,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    57,341 miles
    Test number
    978622470869
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryShield/guard fitted to underside of vehicle

  13. Pass53,588 miles (+4,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    53,588 miles
    Test number
    420907850054
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryShield/guard fitted to underside of vehicle

  14. Pass49,525 miles (+3,936)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    406660814489
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on outer edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass45,589 miles (+3,931)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,589 miles
    Test number
    239656693201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass41,658 miles (+4,846)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,658 miles
    Test number
    626823412374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on the edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass36,812 miles (+4,173)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,812 miles
    Test number
    719932691225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder vehicle floor covered in shield/gaurd

  18. Pass32,639 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,639 miles
    Test number
    380456790204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered in shield/gaurd

  19. Fail32,639 miles (+4,387)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,639 miles
    Test number
    904356890280
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered in shield/gaurd

  20. Pass28,252 miles (+5,709)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,252 miles
    Test number
    913888309324
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edges
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered in shield/gaurd

  21. Fail22,543 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,543 miles
    Test number
    131169198207
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered in shield/gaurd

  22. Pass22,543 miles (+4,341)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,543 miles
    Test number
    670889898249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered in shield/gaurd

  23. Pass18,202 miles (+4,526)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,202 miles
    Test number
    561037417396
    • NoteCut to nearside front outer tyre wall

  24. Pass13,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    13,676 miles
    Test number
    562109596290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 MFN

Does LC52 MFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 MFN is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 MFN?
The MOT on LC52 MFN is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 MFN done?
LC52 MFN was recorded at 87,372 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,793 miles a year.
Has LC52 MFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 MFN has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LC52 MFN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LC52 MFN find?
LC52 MFN passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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